Can you reserve a site at Pines Group Site - Stony Gorge Reservoir?

Yes, Pines Group Site - Stony Gorge Reservoir is reservable through Recreation.gov.

Are pets allowed at Pines Group Site - Stony Gorge Reservoir?

Yes, pets are allowed at Pines Group Site - Stony Gorge Reservoir.

Pines Group Site - Stony Gorge Reservoir — 1 site, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Pines Group Site is conveniently located at the Stony Gorge Dam, just 18 miles downstream from East Park Dam and 5 miles west of Fruto in western Glenn county. Stony Gorge Dam, Orland Project, was completed in 1928 and is a concrete slab and buttress structure with a height of 139 feet and a crest length of 868 feet. The group campsite area is complete with views of the Stony Gorge Reservoir and the scenic hills beyond. There's plenty of open space to throw a ball around, stroll, and explore the area's wildflowers. Plus the warm-water fishery with an 18-mile shoreline is huge draw for avid fishermen.

Recreation

All water sports are highly recommended at this campground. The area boasts excellent boating and shoreline accessibility. One boat ramp useable most of the summer, is dependent on water levels. Available bass species include largemouth and smallmouth bass of Texan strain that grow faster and mature earlier (10 to 12 pounds) and a thriving bluegill and crappie population (2 to 3 pounds). Catfishing is good year-round (up to 20 pounds). Swimming in the warm, refreshing waters is also popular.

Facilities

A boat launch is located 1 mile from the campsite, and the group area is ideal for swimming. Picnic tables are dispersed so that some are shaded by trees, while others capture the warm sun. The camping area has a stone fire pit and a large brick barbecue.

Natural Features

Pines Group Site is set on the northwest tip of the reservoir along 18 miles of lake shoreline. The area is part of the foothills beside the Mendocino National Forest, which straddles the Coastal Mountain Range.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (530) 685-8618.

Nearby Attractions

Hike the Red Mountain Trail for 360-degree views of Black Butte Lake, Lassen Peak, and Mount Shasta. Don't miss out on a scenic drive through the Mendocino Forest either.

The facts

1 bookable site
Up to 100 people per site
Loops: Pines Group Camp

Site types

1 Group Standard Nonelectric

Amenities

Picnic tables
Grills
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits.

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1 campsite at Pines Group Site - Stony Gorge Reservoir

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Water	Max rig	People
001	Pines Group Camp	Group Standard Nonelectric	—	Gravel	Lakefront	—	100	🐾

Getting there

In Glenn County, located near Elk Creek, CA. Exit Interstate-5 at # 603 - Willows and proceed west on California Highway 162. Travel approximately 20 miles to the junction of County Road 304. Turn south on the roadway and continue over two cattle guards approximately 2.5 miles. Take the first right at Stony Gorge Resevior welcome sign and continue on the gravel surface to the end of the road (approximately 1/4 mile) at which a locked gate marks the entrance of the group camp. Welcome to Pines Group Camp.

39.59417, -122.52944 · 39°35'39.0"N 122°31'46.0"W

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Typical weather

Typically 96°F in Jul, down to 56°F in Dec.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	56	60	64	70	80	89	96	95	90	79	64	56
Low °F	34	36	38	41	48	55	61	59	54	46	37	33
Precip in	4.5	4.0	2.8	1.4	1.1	0.5	0.1	0.1	0.1	0.9	2.0	4.0

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.6 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Pines Group Site - Stony Gorge Reservoir

Can you reserve a site at Pines Group Site - Stony Gorge Reservoir?: Yes, Pines Group Site - Stony Gorge Reservoir is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Pines Group Site - Stony Gorge Reservoir have?: 1 site.
Are pets allowed at Pines Group Site - Stony Gorge Reservoir?: Yes, pets are allowed at Pines Group Site - Stony Gorge Reservoir.

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Contact

Phone 530-968-5267
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Pines Group Site - Stony Gorge Reservoir